Published October 9, 2015

Module-Based CNC Machine

Cartesian CNC machine made of modular components for easy upgrades or functional changes.

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Things used in this project

Hardware components

Frame : V-Slot

X and Y Axis : Belt Transmission

The tool head moves on an x-y gantry

Z Axis : Screw Drive Train

The work bed move up and down

Controller Board : Azteeg X3 Pro

3D Printing Tool Head : E3D V6 Hotend

Actuators - Stepper Motors

Hand tools and fabrication machines

Milling Machine

I used a milling machine to make all of the aluminum brackets in house.

Lathe

A lathe was used to turn down the ends of the acme leadscrew. This was done so that the screw could fit into the stepper motor coupler, as well as the lower pillow block bearing.

Soldering iron (generic)

Pretty self explanatory. A soldering iron was used, mainly to create quick connection between all of the sensors and actuators. This was done so that each axis could be easily swapped in a matter of seconds.

Story

The goal of this project was to design and build a general purpose CNC machine from scratch. I have always been fascinated with the idea of modular building blocks, so the project strives towards a design based around subsystem modularity. Each Axis is a stand-alone, easily removable, drive train. the tool head can be easily swapped for 3D printing, pcb etching, laser-cutting, etc.

Y Axis Drive Train

X and Y axis

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Credits

Darian Zigante

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Student at the University of Waterloo.

Module-Based CNC Machine

Things used in this project

Hardware components

Hand tools and fabrication machines

Story

Custom parts and enclosures

Gantry Drive Train - Y Axis

Credits

Darian Zigante

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Module-Based CNC Machine

Module-Based CNC Machine

Things used in this project

Hardware components

Hand tools and fabrication machines

Story

Custom parts and enclosures

Gantry Drive Train - Y Axis

Credits

Darian Zigante

Comments

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